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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DC5BB5 — Orchid
#DC5BB5 is a mid-tone saturated pink sitting at 318° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #DC5BB5
- fcf2f9
- f4cce8
- eca5d7
- e47ec5
- db58b4
- d331a3
- b02586
- 891d69
- 62154b
- 3c0d2e
- 150410
Color schemes using #DC5BB5
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#DC5BB5 FAQ
What color is #DC5BB5?
#DC5BB5 is a shade of orchid in the pink family. It has a hue of 318 degrees, 65% saturation and 61% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DC5BB5?
#DC5BB5 is rgb(220, 91, 181) in RGB, hsl(318, 65%, 61%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 59%, 18%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DC5BB5?
White text on this background reaches 3.38:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.21:1.
What colors go well with #DC5BB5?
Its direct complement is #5BDC82. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #75DC5B and #5BDCC2 gives you contrast without the vibration.